Future teachers from a rural or remote area (significant distance from the nearest tertiary institution);

Future teachers in their first year of a teacher education program; and

Future teachers from a Language Background Other Than English (LBOTE).

Applicants may nominate more than one category of scholarship in their application if appropriate.

One scholarship will be awarded to an applicant who demonstrates as strong commitment to the environment and social justice causes in memory of the late John Kaye.

In order to be considered, tertiary students must

be an Australian citizen or permanent resident;

be enrolled in an NESA accredited initial teacher education program in NSW;

be a student member of the NSW Teachers Federation;

have completed year 12 (or equivalent) at a public school or TAFE, preferably within NSW*;

complete the application process including addressing, in writing, each of the appropriate sections in the application form and submitting a demonstration of understanding of the value of public education and the value of unions to society; and

address the criteria unique to the scholarship category/s for which they have applied.